Newgate Pond

Newgate Pond is a lake in Connecticut's Capitol region, but a dependable acreage figure was not found. A dependable maximum-depth figure was not found for Newgate Pond, so it should not be guessed from a similarly named water.

What to Expect at Newgate Pond

Without trustworthy acreage or depth figures for Newgate Pond, the safest approach is to read the water in front of you instead of assuming it fishes like another lake with the same name.

Fish and Useful Baits at Newgate Pond

Fish reported from Newgate Pond include bluegill and largemouth bass.

Bass

For Newgate Pond largemouth, use a shallow crankbait or swim jig to locate fish, then slow down with a jig or soft plastic.

Crappie, Perch and Sunfish

For sunfish on Newgate Pond, keep a cricket or tiny jig close to weed edges and shaded wood.

A Simple Fishing Plan for Newgate Pond

Let the first repeated bite identify the useful depth on Newgate Pond. Then compare vegetation, shaded shoreline and firm-bottom changes around Newgate Pond before searching open water.

When to Fish Newgate Pond

Early spring on Newgate Pond calls for a slow presentation near the first break outside protected water. At midday in summer, Newgate Pond anglers should slow down beside shade, weeds or a nearby depth change. Fall on Newgate Pond is a good time for small crankbaits and swimbaits around moving forage.